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#184 BITESIZE | How to Build Closer Connections with Your Children | Philippa Perry

May 20, 2021

In this engaging discussion, psychotherapist Philippa Perry, known for her insightful book ‘The Book You Wish Your Parents Had Read’, shares invaluable insights on enhancing parent-child connections. She emphasizes the necessity of authenticity and the importance of downtime for nurturing deeper bonds. The conversation highlights the concept of 'rupture and repair' in relationships, encouraging parents to embrace their mistakes. Perry also stresses the need to understand emotional triggers, promoting a compassionate approach to parenting that values emotional complexity.

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Intro

4min

Navigating Parenting: Embracing Authenticity and Repairing Bonds

3min

Understanding and Tracing Charged Emotions in Parenting

3min

The Importance of Downtime for Deeper Connections

3min

Embracing Imperfection in Parenting

2min

How do we improve our relationships with our children? And what should we do when we make mistakes?

Feel Better Live More Bitesize is my weekly podcast for your mind, body, and heart. Each week I’ll be featuring inspirational stories and practical tips from some of my former guests.

Today’s clip is from episode 75 of the podcast with psychotherapist and author of ‘The Book You Wish Your Parents Had Read’, Philippa Perry.

In this clip, she explains why being authentic with our children is important and why we all need time alone. Even when we get things wrong, learning how to repair our mistakes is key to building closer connections.

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